At 1772 Brasserie, we are committed to culinary excellence and delivering an exciting food offering to our guests. We are looking for an outstanding Sous Chef who is passionate about food, thrives in a team player environment, and is ready to join us on our journey as we curate culinary impact. This role is a full-time role based at The Retreat, Elcot Park in West Berkshire. About The Retreat, Elcot Park: After extensive refurbishment our hotel has been transformed to offer 55 individually bespoke designed bedrooms, two new exciting restaurant concepts, a state of the art spa facility with membership and many more experiences to offer our guests. We can offer you: A senior role with a clear career path towards greater responsibility and growth. Ongoing support from an encouraging team, where your development is our priority. An environment where fun, creativity, and innovation are encouraged. An excellent starting salary and generous tronc. Complimentary team meals on shift. Exciting Long Service Awards. Generous Refer a Friend Scheme - earn up to an extra £1,000. Supplier trips and visits. Flexibility to move within the Group. Team Discounts. 28 days’ holiday plus an extra day off for your birthday You will: Assist in running the kitchen efficiently, ensuring smooth operations across all sections. Regularly check sections to maintain high standards of preparation, presentation, and cleanliness. Place orders for ingredients and supplies, ensuring stock levels are sufficient for daily operations. Opportunity to provide input into menu development and the creation of new dishes, contributing to the culinary vision of the restaurant, Oversee cost management and stock control, ensuring the kitchen operates within budget while minimizing waste. Lead the coaching and development of junior team members, offering guidance and training to enhance their skills and confidence. Support senior chefs in delivering high-quality standards in every dish. Maintain a calm coaching environment where the team can focus on delivering excellence. Always uphold a high standard of hygiene and safety. What we're looking for: A team player with the enthusiasm to learn and develop. A strong bias of hospitality & empathy. An individual with a passion for culinary excellence and be able to maintain high-quality standards. Someone who enjoys a hands-on role in a creative kitchen, where your input and ideas are valued. Someone who is looking to progress their career, with the opportunity to work across our expanding hotel group and potentially reach a senior role. An individual who thrives in a kitchen environment that emphasises employee wellbeing, work-life balance, and sustainability. At Signet Collection, we believe that our appearance reflects the luxury and elegance our guests expect when they stay with us. As you consider joining our team, we want to remind you of the importance of presenting yourself in a way that reflects our style of hospitality; warm, charming, and polished. So, i f you want to progress in a hands-on role that offers a creative, fun, and supportive work environment, then this is the place for you